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Paper is essentially a physical criss-cross of fibers holding each other in place. It has little resistance to shear forces (it rips easy). Plastic is long chain polymers with a high degree of tensile strength and more reflexive bending properties than paper. Plastic also has one other big advantage: It's waterproof.
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What is stronger paper or plastic?
plastic is stronger.
Which is stronger grocery bag or plastic bag?
Paper bags. Because it is made from kraft paper and plastic grocery bags are made from plastic, which kraft paper is stronger than plastic, so paper bags can support more weight.
Are expensive plastic bag stronger or weaker than cheap plastic bags?
AN EXPENSIVE PLASTIC bag is stronger!
Is paper strong?
Strong is not a measurable absolute adjective. Some paper is stronger than others (Kraft paper is stronger than Kleenex), some paper is stronger than natural flat objects like leaves. No paper is stronger than steel. Strong can be applied to paper with regard to compression, tension and sheer strength - all the answers would be different.
Which toothpick is stronger?
plastic toothpick is stronger than a wooden toothpick
Does paper break down faster than plastic?
yes paper breaks down faster than plastic
Why plastic burns faster than paper?
Paper burn faster than plastic due to its thick texture.
What can support more weight plastic bags or paper science project?
In general, paper bags can support more weight than plastic bags due to their stronger structure and ability to hold heavier items. This difference is mainly because paper bags are made from a renewable and biodegradable material that is typically thicker and more durable than single-use plastic bags.
What paper is stronger rag bond or recycled Why?
Rag bond paper is stronger than recycled paper because its fibers are longer.
Why is a brown paper bag better for preserving evidence than a plastic bag?
Because paper disintegrates faster than plastic
What are the benefits of plastic than paper?
paper bags are expensive
Is hemp stronger than steel?
yes the hemp plastic, it is up to ten times stronger
